The staff were frequently complimented for their friendly and accommodating service

Many guests found the location convenient for accessing downtown attractions on foot

Many reviewers described their rooms as clean and well-maintained

Several guests described their beds as comfortable

Cons

A few guests thought that the room decor appeared dated

Self parking ranges from $28-$33 and valet parking is $37 per night including tax

Freebies

Free Wi-Fi

Rooms

Adults

Kids

Kids' Ages

Editor's Review

Updated Feb 13, 2015

Overview

This hotel is located in downtown Vancouver and is situated next to the Vancouver Lookout (observation tower with a viewing deck 500 feet above ground). This property is a 3-minute walk from Gastown, which features cobblestone streets, boutique shopping, bars, and a brewery. This hotel is ideal for business travellers looking to access nearby offices and tourists who want to explore the downtown area on foot.

This hotel offers 225 Delta Suites, Deluxe Suites and Signature Club Suites. The Delta and Deluxe Suites include a flat-screen TV with pay-per-view movies, a mini-fridge, a coffeemaker, an iron and ironing board, free Wi-Fi, and air conditioning. Signature Suites also include bathrobes, free local calls, an iHome system, evening turn-down service and access to the Signature Lounge. The Signature Club Lounge provides Signature Club Suite guests with a complimentary breakfast, complimentary evening hors d'oeuvres, and an honour bar.

Pets (dogs and cats less than 50 lbs) are permitted for an additional fee of $35 per stay of 4 nights or less ($70 per stay of 5 nights or more). On-site underground parking is available for $28 per night (Friday and Saturday) and $33 per night (Sunday - Thursday). Valet parking is available 24 hours for $37 per night.

There are several on-site dining options at this property. The Manhattan Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Spencer's Resto Lounge is open in the afternoon and evening and serves lighter fare and beverages. Room service is available from 6:30am - 10:30pm.

This hotel is within walking distance of the harbourfront (5 minutes) and the Vancouver Convention Centre (8 minutes). The Queen Elizabeth Theatre (performing arts venue) is an 8-minute walk away, while the Vancouver Art Gallery is a 12-minute walk from the hotel. B.C. Place Stadium and Rogers Arena are both about a 5-minute drive away.

The Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is 30-35 minutes away by car. (Walking and driving time estimates: Google Maps.)

Positive reviews greatly outnumbered negative reviews for this hotel, among the reviews used for this analysis.

Many guests complimented the staff throughout the hotel and they were frequently described as attentive, friendly, accommodating and efficient. The front desk staff were also described as quick to provide recommendations, directions, and arrange reservations at restaurants. The housekeeping staff were also complimented for being discreet and thorough.

Many guests described their rooms as clean and well-maintained. Several reviewers specifically mentioned that their beds were comfortable and that the linens were high quality. Several guests thought that their rooms were spacious and a couple of reviewers described their rooms as quiet.

Many reviewers found the location convenient for accessing downtown attractions such as Gastown, the Vancouver Lookout, the harbourfront area, restaurants, and shops.

The valet parking, room service, and free Wi-Fi were all mentioned as value-added features.

As mentioned above, positive reviews greatly outnumbered negative reviews, among the reviews sourced for this analysis. However, there were a couple of common concerns mentioned.

A few guests described the in-room decor as tired and dated. A couple of reviewers also thought that the older in-room TVs should be upgraded.

While many guests thought that the location was convenient for accessing downtown attractions (as mentioned above), a few reviewers thought that the neighbourhood immediately surrounding the hotel was unsafe. Guests described seeing homeless people loitering near the property, and one reviewer said that she was uncomfortable with the "druggies and hookers on the street".

Expedia.ca gave this hotel an average score of 4.6 out of 5.0, with 96% of 246 guests recommending the property.

TripAdvisor.ca ranked this hotel #24 out of 101 properties in Vancouver, based on 418 reviews.

Hotels.com gave this property an average score of 4.5 out of 5.0, from 157 guest reviews.

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The average guest rating for Delta Hotels by Marriott Vancouver Downtown Suites is 8.9 out of 10 based on 2561 reviews from past guests. This average guest rating ranks Delta Hotels by Marriott Vancouver Downtown Suites at #21 out of 95 hotels in Vancouver.